In Milan, city of great theaters and home to the world’s most renowned ballets, dance returns to amaze with a format that combines tradition and surprise. Ballet of Lights proposes a new way of experiencing the great fairy tale classics, where the magic of the most famous stories of all time meets the sophistication of dance and the innovation of light effects. The result is a visual and engaging show designed to make the whole family dream.
What is Ballet of Lights?
A ballet that rekindles the imagination. Ballet of Lights reinterprets beloved fairy tales, from Peter Pan to Sleeping Beauty to Cinderella, in an innovative way, making use of luminous costumes that light up the dancers’ every step. Onstage, five or six performers bring to life a tale of about 60 minutes, where the play of light becomes an integral part of the choreography and creates a continuous dialogue between dance and emotions. It is an experience designed for those who want to rediscover the charm of ballet in a contemporary and accessible way.
Ballet of Lights: all upcoming fairy tales staged in Milan
Ballet of Lights – Peter Pan
J. M.Barrie’s 1904 tale takes new form amidst dance steps and plays of light. In this version, Peter Pan flies beyond the stage to take the audience to Neverland, amid dreams, adventures and battles against the ruthless Captain Hook. Classic melodies and bright costumes accompany the characters’ emotions, reshaping each moment of the story with a magical touch that makes all the difference. An invitation to once again believe in fairies and that, often, all it takes is a happy memory to become a child again.
Ballet of Lights – Sleeping Beauty
The fairy tale of Aurora, born from the imagination of Charles Perrault and made immortal by Tchaikovsky, comes to life again in a ballet where light takes center stage. In Ballet of Lights, every emotion, every twist, every pirouette, is reflected in the luminous variations of the costumes. While incorporating modern elements, the show maintains its traditionality, given by the music and choreography. It is an elegant and poetic reinterpretation, bringing ballet closer to even those who are not familiar with it.
Ballet of Lights is an experience designed for those looking for something different and impactful, proof that the magic of fairy tales can continue to shine in adulthood. Sixty minutes of dance, lights and classical music in a dreamlike atmosphere. Entrances open about 30 minutes before the performance to allow spectators to take their time sitting down and familiarize themselves with the darkness. Tickets are sold by sections, according to proximity from the stage, while seats will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, again according to the type of ticket purchased.